Outbreak Associated with Treated Recreational water(CDC Report)

Michele C. Hlavsa, MPH et al. collected the date from 46 states and Puerto Rico during 2000-2014. During these years, 493 outbreaks associated with treated recreational water caused at least 27,219 cases and 8 deaths. According to the study, outbreaks associated with exposure to treated recreational water can be caused by pathogens and chemicals in venues such as pool, hot tubs/spas, and interactive water play venues.

From this study, authors found the result that are below;

●493 outbreaks in 15 years (2000-2014)

●27,219 people sick and 8 people deaths linked to pools, hot tbs, and water playground